How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF502 - Stock type &1 does not exist in warehouse &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF -

• Message number: 502

• Message text: Stock type &1 does not exist in warehouse &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF502 - Stock type &1 does not exist in warehouse &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_CONF502 indicates that there is an issue with the stock type in the specified warehouse. Specifically, the error message states that the stock type you are trying to use does not exist in the given warehouse. This can occur in the context of warehouse management processes, particularly when dealing with deliveries and stock movements.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Stock Type: The stock type you are trying to reference (e.g., unrestricted stock, quality inspection stock, blocked stock) is not defined in the warehouse configuration.
  Warehouse Configuration Issues: The warehouse may not be set up correctly to handle the specific stock type.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction that is causing the system to look for a non-existent stock type.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they may not be aligned with the standard stock types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Stock Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the warehouse management configuration and verify that the stock type in question is defined for the specified warehouse.
  You can check this in the SAP Easy Access menu under Logistics -> Logistics Execution -> Warehouse Management -> Master Data -> Stock Types.
  
  
  
  Verify Warehouse Settings:
  
  Ensure that the warehouse is properly configured to handle the stock types you are working with. This includes checking the warehouse number and its associated stock types.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the transaction or document that triggered the error. Ensure that the stock type is correctly specified and matches the available stock types in the warehouse.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the stock types available in your system, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Developments:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, check if they are affecting the stock type handling.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like LX02 (Display Stock Overview) or LT24 (Display Transfer Order) to check stock types and their availability in the warehouse.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and modify stock types in the warehouse.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.